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Will of Benjamin Wright(1794 April 21)

  • MS 1934.1
  • Microfilm: M-1561
  • 1 item

Benjamin Wright leaves his wife, Lucy, his land and other estate during her lifetime. At her death, leaves eldest son, Benjamin, house and land, other estate and slaves to be divided among remaining children, John, Edward and William. Appoints Robert Armistead, John Patrick and Lucy Wright executors. Witnessed by Robert and Susan Stacy; probated in York County. Robert Armistead and John Patrick refusing to serve as executors, Lucy Wright will serve, with Edward Patrick and Robert Manson as sureties. Witnessed by R[obert] H[all] Waller. Copy made by Samuel Sheild.